Argus (Melbourne, Vic. : 1848 - 1957), Tuesday 7 September 1909, page 5


MARCH OF CIVILISATION

FRESH MEAT AT MORESBY

CAIRNS, Monday.- Mr. Francis Burke, who arrived to-day by the s.s. Aldenham from Papua, states that a sensation has been caused at Port Moresby by a butcher commencing business there, and also selling fresh vegetables. This was regarded as a boon, as formerly only tinned produce was available.